Foundation is the key to picture-perfect skin.

No no! you protest. A consistent skincare regimen is the key!

The truth is, only a good foundation can take your look to the next level - hiding blemishes, evening skintone, and camouflaging the aftermath of a late night with one martini too many. Could the right foundation be the most important part of your makeup wardrobe?

We scoured your reviews to see what ChickAdvisors recommended most:











Bare Escentuals i.d. Bare Minerals




What you loved: the natural look and the overall improvement in skin health

What you didn't: proper application is a learning process
















Maybelline New York Dream Liquid Mousse




What you loved: easy to apply

What you didn't: sticky in warmer weather


















Maybelline New York Mineral Power Loose Foundation




What you loved: the price is right!!

What you didn't: the applicator brush disappoints


















Maybelline New York Mineral Power Liquid Foundation




What you loved: it matches skin tone well

What you didn't: not ideal for every skin type


















Make Up For Ever High Definition




What you loved: full coverage - a little goes a long way

What you didn't: a higher price point

















Almay Smart Shade Makeup




What you loved: it adjusts to give lighter or darker coverage

What you didn't: getting the right shade isn't always as easy as the commercials suggest
















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by Claire Rahn